Candy Covered Pretzel Sticks

In fact they are also known as birch tree twigs because they resemble the twigs of a birch tree.

Candy covered pretzel sticks.

Allow excess chocolate to drip off. Tap to smooth and remove excess candy. Chill until firm about 10 to 15 minutes. Drizzle melted chocolate from spoon while rotating pretzel to get even coverage place decorated pretzels on prepared wire rack.

Holding chocolate dipped pretzel rod over a plate of red colored sugar or crushed candies spoon sugar or candies over pretzel while turning to coat evenly. Dip each pretzel rod into melted chocolate tilting glass so that half of the pretzel rod is covered in chocolate. Melt light cocoa blue yellow orange red pink and white candy melts candy separately according to package directions. These candy covered cactus pretzel rods make a great treat or snack for a tropical themed birthday party.

These particular chocolate covered pretzel sticks are very popular as a woodland theme party favor or treat. Dip 2 3 of each pretzel stick in melted candy. It s so easy to make too. Sprinkle with or roll in toppings.

Dip one half of each pretzel rod into melted chocolate. Reheat caramel in microwave if mixture becomes too thick for dipping roll in almonds. Dress up chocolate covered pretzel sticks with sprinkles coconut or a chocolate drizzle. Sprinkle dipped pretzels with pearlized white jimmies to create cactus spikes.

Snip a tiny cut in one corner of the bag and drizzle away. Then place about 1 2 cup of candy melts of each color in the heavy duty zip top bags. Dip half of the caramel coated pretzels in white baking chips allowing excess to drip off. Place on parchment covered cake board.

If using different colored chocolate drizzle you can dip all the pretzels first. Squish the candy melts around in the bag until they are melted and smooth. Drizzle some dipped pretzel rods with contrasting color or flavor of melted chips. Chocolate covered pretzel rods pair sweet and salty flavors and offer a range of decoration options to fit any holiday or special occasion.

In a microwave melt white baking chips. While chocolate is often melted over a double boiler these sweets are much easier to make in the microwave you can remelt the chocolate repeatedly until each pretzel rod is covered. Dip three fourths of each pretzel into caramel allowing excess to drip off. Place pretzels on wax paper lined tray.

Allow to set a little but not completely dry while waiting make sure your white chocolate is ready. Place on waxed paper until set. Dip each pretzel rod about 2 3 of the way up in chocolate. How to make chocolate covered pretzel sticks chocolate covered pretzel sticks make great treats party favors or gifts for neighbors.

Made using dark green candy melts candy these sweet and salty snacks are great for those looking for a fast and easy dessert or party favor. Microwave for about 20 25 seconds.